Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon origin and course

The Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon, first held in 1981, is a high-profile open-water triathlon associated with San Francisco; it begins with swimmers departing Alcatraz Island and finishes on the city shores such as the Marina Green. The event has become an annual competitive and recreational fixture tied to San Francisco's waterfront and maritime conditions. The triathlon's start/landing point for Alcatraz access is commonly associated with Pier 33 in San Francisco.